Cloud Thinking

"Sister, it's better to be feared than to be looked down upon."

"Fear and reverence, without fear, how can there be respect?"

After saying this, she left Stella who was still immersed in her thoughts and strode towards the place where Carlisle fell.

Theodore hit him right on the back of the head, causing it to bleed and swell up. He seemed to be a little unclear, and there were large scratches on his body.

The crowd, which was originally chattering, gradually quieted down as Helia approached.

They stared at Helia, expressing their confusion, fear, nervousness, uneasiness, etc. with their eyes. No one dared to say any nonsense in front of her.

"Captain, are you okay? Do you need me to call a healing magician?" Helia said with concern, but her tone was extremely sarcastic.

Carlisle covered the back of his swollen and painful head and looked up at Helia. When he met her cold gaze, he was a little confused.

He had made his choice and stood by her side, no longer standing in her and His Highness Eric's way.

They even went out on an overseas mission together not long ago. He learned Helia's secret, and Helia took the initiative to care about him. Their relationship should have obviously taken a step further.

When they were arm wrestling just now, she seemed to be in a good mood, and she even didn't refuse the gloves he handed over.

But why, now she was looking at him as if he were an enemy, with that sarcastic look, as if she had returned to the time when they first met.

Why is this?

"No, it's just a minor injury. Thank you for your concern."

Carlisle slowly stood up with the help of others, but the blood on his neck was real and made people feel terrified.

"Captain! This is not just a minor injury! Princess Helia almost smashed a hole in your head!" someone nearby shouted.

"The hole hasn't been punched yet, why are you screaming? Is it your turn to scream?" Helia was a little annoyed at the fuss made by others.

She raised her injured left arm, showing the hideous scar on it to the crowd, and said slowly:

"Today is just a small exchange. If we really invite people to watch, wouldn't they say that the captain and I don't know the limits?"

"It was just a minor fight, but both sides were injured. How will others view us?"

"Did I act unreasonably, bully others, and hurt our leader?"

"Or did the captain commit treason, disregard the royal family, and hurt the princess of the empire?"

"That doesn't sound good, does it?"

Starley also came over and protected Helia behind her, even though her small body could not stop the big Helia.

"Everyone present here had better keep what happened today to yourself. If I hear someone saying something bad about my sister or Captain Carlisle..."

"Just be careful with your tongue."

This was the first time that Starley said such harsh words in front of everyone. Not only was Helia shocked, but Carlisle also widened his eyes.

Well, actually this was the second time that Starley had said something harsh to him.

He had tried to enter Helia's basement before, but was stopped by little Philo, and then Stella came to stop him. He was really angry.

Carlisle: I suspect you two are targeting me, but I have no evidence...

The others looked at each other, exchanging glances, as if they were weighing the weight of Starley's words.

If Helia said this, they would probably be scared.

After all, she has a fierce reputation. In the past, she was so delicate and weak that her body could sink to the bottom of the lake, not to mention that she now has brute force and can use magic.

Then isn’t killing people the same as cutting vegetables?

She is powerful and capable now, how can people not be afraid of her?

But Starley?

Isn't she the dodder of the royal family? If it weren't for Helia's protection, she would have been bullied to death.

They only show respect on the surface, but it is just superficial. They still look down on others behind their backs.

"My sister is talking, is she mute?" Helia said coldly.

"Or are you dissatisfied? Then I don't mind killing you one by one..."

"Beat them until they are convinced."

According to the rules of the Knights Templar, whoever has the bigger fist has the most weight, but no one is more powerful than the emperor.

The right to speak for this Knights Temperance used to be in Carlisle's hands, but now it's Helia's turn, and no one knows who will have the final say after that.

Under Helia's pressure, the group bowed their heads and obeyed orders: "Yes! Subordinates obey!"

"Captain, remember to take care of your wound when you get back. I didn't use any gentle force on you. If you really get hurt..."

"I can't afford that."

"After all, I have no intention of replacing you."

Helia smiled, but her tone was not one that showed much concern.

Seeing that Helia was about to leave, Carlisle couldn't help but call her back, but this time, he stood in the position of a subordinate.

"Your Highness!"

Helia turned around and looked at him puzzledly, motioning him to speak quickly.

"I wonder if I have offended Your Highness in any way? If so, please tell me directly." Carlisle asked.

"Then let me ask you, if it was Senior Vikes you were fighting against today, would you show mercy?" Helia asked back.

Carlisle didn't understand and shook his head, "Of course not."

"Then why did you hesitate in front of me?" Helia asked.

"You didn't fight with all your strength, and you didn't concentrate on the ring. You showed no respect for me as your opponent."

"At least in your eyes, Senior Vikes and I are not on the same level."

"You don't respect me, so why should I respect you?"

Helia valued Carlisle's talent, he was a sharp sword.

It’s a pity that this sword has its own thoughts.

It would be fine if he had some idea, but he only focused on his own high position and wealth, and was obsessed with that power and position.

But the problem is that Helia and Eric have higher ambitions.

This kind of person can be used, but you also have to be on guard against him.

Back in the room, Stella drove everyone out, grabbed Helia's hand and sat down on the bed, probably to talk to her sister in private.

"After seeing Aya's majesty today, I've made up my mind. I want to learn magic." Starley said firmly with a gleam in her eyes.

"If magic doesn't work for me, then I'll learn swordplay, martial arts, archery, or horse riding."

"I am in good health. My elder sister who has taken care of me since I was a child has praised me for my ability to run fast and jump high. I have also rarely been sick since I was a child."

But Helia's eyes were full of worry. She patted Stella's hand twice and reminded her:

"Sister, you have to know that whether it's magic or martial arts, it's not an easy road."

"You will have to endure a lot of suffering, and, who knows, you may not get a good result."

"I'm not trying to discourage my sister. I support her in whatever she wants to do."

"It's just that I'm worried about my sister. I can't bear to see her suffer."

After hearing this, Starley smiled and raised her hand to gently scratch Helia's nose twice.

"But a precious jade needs to be polished before it can shine. This is the truth you told me, Aya."

"I remember every word Aya said to me."

"I understand even more that Aya has worked so hard for me, so of course I have to work harder for myself and for you."

Helia said nothing, but simply pulled the person into her arms and patted her back gently.

Helia certainly wanted to protect Starley for her whole life, but rather than letting her rely on her all her life and shrink under her protection, she hoped that Starley would become stronger.

Starley is not a flower, but a tree. She will keep climbing and growing until one day, she can become a shelter for others.

……

"No, little princess, are you okay?"

Alfie received a message from Helia early in the morning. He thought she had some urgent matter, so he rushed to the palace.

As a result! Helia called him over just to test the attributes of Her Highness Starley? ? ?

Who is he?

He is one of the great elders of the Magic Association! He is one of the few ninth-level great magicians in the magic world! He is also a genius from the Turafa magic family!

Helia actually asked him to do something that even a beginner could do!

This is humiliating! Right!

After hearing what he said, Helia felt like eating Lycoris radiata.

Seeing that Stella was a little uneasy, Helia glanced at Alfie and said, "Tsk, I'm paying, isn't that okay?"

"I remember measuring fifty silver at a time, right?"

Alfie's eyes widened, and his hands were shaking as he pointed at Helia, "You...little princess...you..."

Then he pointed at himself and laughed angrily, "Me... fifty silver? I'm only worth fifty silver?"

Seeing that Alfie was about to lose his temper, Stella stepped forward to stop him and comforted him, fearing that he might hurt Helia.

"I'm sorry for the offense, Your Excellency. I apologize to you on behalf of Aya."

Seeing that Stella was serious, Alfie stopped acting, winked at Helia, and explained:

"Oh, it's okay, we were just joking."

Alfie and Helia were not much different in age, and because of the previous incident with Evelina, they often exchanged letters and had a good relationship.

And there are only a few people who share the same temperament as Helia, and Alfie is one of them.

Not to mention, in addition to these emotional factors, there are also interest factors involved.

"Is everything ready?" Alfie looked at Helia and asked.

"Of course, everything is of the best quality, all from the national treasury."

Helia pointed her chin at the instrument on the table beside her. It was used to measure elemental affinity, but it was obviously more sophisticated than what Helia had used before.

"Oh, the little princess really cares about Her Highness Starley." Alfie teased.

He scanned the instruments on the table one by one. There were magic crystals of various elemental properties, and the preparation was quite complete.

"Actually, you should ask Elroy for this job," he added.

"The elves have a high affinity for all elements. They are very good at measuring attributes."

"It's not that I didn't look for it, but when he heard my name, he closed the door and I couldn't even get a word in."

Speaking of this matter, Helia was also worried.

Why do you dislike me so much...

I guess he was afraid of Helia, the troublemaker, and worried that she would cause trouble for him.

"Hahahaha! He is afraid of you too!" Alfie laughed out loud, without any intention of considering her face at all.

"Hurry up and stop wasting time. I have something else to discuss with you." Helia waved her hand, signaling him to stop talking nonsense.

"Chengchengcheng."

Alfie picked a seat and sat down casually, then waved to Starley, not taking the royal favor seriously at all.

"I'm asked to work for free, but they won't even give me a cup of tea. What a miserable life I have!"

Helia rolled her eyes and was about to say something, but Stellar got there first and asked someone to bring some tea and snacks, while she pushed her people out.

"Aya, you go and do your own thing first. Sir Alfie and I will stay here." said Starley.

Helia disagreed, "But I'm worried, what if something goes wrong?"

Starley smiled helplessly, "Sir Alfie was invited by you, Aya, so I think you trust him, so why should I be worried?"

"Besides, if you were watching me, Aya, I'd be a little nervous..."

Helia pouted in dissatisfaction, but since Starley had said so, she couldn't insist any longer.

"Okay then. I'll wait for you in the next room."

She looked back every few steps, which made Starley unable to stop laughing. She quickly waved her hand and told her to go quickly.

Seeing Starley coming back alone, Alfie pondered for a moment, then put on a polite smile and pointed to the seat next to him.

"Your Highness Starley, this way please."

Helia took a few deep breaths before walking over to sit next to Alfie.

"Sir Alfie, what do you need me to do?" she asked.

"Hey, don't rush."

Alfie pushed the hot tea in front of Stellar and said, "Your Highness Stellar, I think you have something to say to me in private, but you can say it anyway."

Seeing Alfie being so direct, she stopped hiding anything and said, "Then I'll just say it straight."

"I know nothing about magic. I've only read some books. It's not an exaggeration to say that I'm a layman."

"I know I don't have much talent, but I don't want Aya to be disappointed, so no matter what the result is, please cover up for me."

Alfie just smiled and said, "It hasn't even been tested yet, why don't you have any confidence in yourself, Your Highness?"

He held out his hands to Starley, motioning for her to put her hands on them.

Starley hesitated for a moment, but still put her hand on it, but her cold fingertips showed her inner uneasiness.

Alfie gently held Stella's hand, closed his eyes and felt the magic power in the other's body, and led his light-attributed magic power out bit by bit.

“Hmm…Hmm…?” The more Alfie explored Starley’s magic, the more curious he felt.

"What's wrong?" Starley was made even more nervous by him.

Alfie opened his eyes and looked at Stella in surprise and suspicion. Seeing her confused face, he guessed that she probably didn't know what secrets were hidden in her body.

What about Her Highness Helia, does she know?

If she knew, why would she call me here today?

Magic detection is not difficult. With Helia's ability, it is impossible for her to fail. But why did she come to Elroy and then to herself?

What do you want him to know and do?

"It's okay, your highness, please relax."

Alfie smiled with relief and blinked his eyes. Then everything in his field of vision changed. Colorful elements floated in the air, and aqua blue spots were pouring towards him.

"Huh? Your Highness!" Alfie's brows showed joy when he sensed these active water elements and the active pale blue light balls in Starley's body.

"What's going on?" Starley felt something warm inside her body, as if something was flowing, but she didn't understand that it was the magic power in her body.

"Your Highness, you are a water magician!" Alfie said happily.

"Really?!" Starley covered her mouth in surprise, somewhat unbelieving, and moved over eagerly.

Alfie nodded affirmatively, loosened his hand, stood up and made a gesture of invitation.

"Come on, Your Highness. I'll take you to knock on the door of magic."